If you wish to highlight one of your particularly noteworthy tracks you'd like others to enjoy first, we highly recommend using the Spotlight feature, which comes with the Artist (x 1 track) and Artist Pro (up to 5 tracks) subscriptions. Sign up today to utilize this premium feature.

How can artists strategically use the Spotlight feature to maximize visibility and engagement on their SoundCloud profile?

To make the most of the Spotlight feature:

• Select Key Tracks and Playlists: Use Spotlight to pin up to 5 tracks or playlists at the top of your profile. Choose tracks that best represent your brand or recent successful releases to draw immediate attention from visitors. Consider featuring a mix of popular tracks and new releases to keep your audience engaged.
• Reorder Spotlight Items for Maximum Impact: The Spotlight will be ordered from the most recent addition to the oldest addition. Arrange the order of tracks and playlists by dragging and dropping them within the Spotlight. This allows you to strategically place your most important content first, ensuring that visitors see what matters most to you.
• Update Regularly: Regularly refresh your Spotlight selection to keep your profile dynamic. This can help maintain engagement by showcasing new content or seasonal highlights that reflect your current artistic direction.
   

What are the steps to add and manage tracks and playlists in the Spotlight feature on both the web and iOS?

Using a computer:

To add a track to your profile to your Spotlight selection, click on the "Edit Spotlight" button at the top of your public profile.

You can then search for one of your tracks or playlists (within the latest 200 tracks and playlists on your profile) to highlight by typing in the title or selecting the track from the drop-down menu that will appear when you click into the Search box. 

The drop-down menu will only show the latest 15 publicly available tracks or playlists uploaded to your account. Once you have your selected items added to your Spotlight, remember to click the "Save" button.

Using iOS:

• You can also edit your Spotlight directly from your iOS device by accessing the Spotlight edit mode, selecting your tracks or playlists, and saving your changes.

Please note: Private tracks and playlists cannot be added to the Spotlight feature.

Removing from your Spotlight

To remove from Spotlight, go back into the Spotlight edit mode and click on the "X" at the top, right-hand corner of the track or playlist. Click "Save" again.

What should you do if you can't find a track or playlist you want to add to Spotlight?

If you're having trouble finding a track or playlist:

• Search by Title: If the track or playlist doesn't appear in the drop-down menu, try searching for it by typing the exact title into the search bar.
• Check for Restrictions: Remember that Spotlight only includes the last 200 items uploaded to your account and does not support private tracks or playlists. If the content you’re looking for is older or private, it won’t be available for Spotlight.

By strategically using the Spotlight feature, artists can ensure that their most important content is front and center, maximizing visibility and engagement with their audience on SoundCloud. Regularly updating and managing Spotlight selections can keep your profile fresh and engaging for both new and returning listeners.